On 28 and 29 May 2026, the Costa del Sol will host one of the most significant events of the year for the European real estate sector. GIPE (European Professional Property Managers) is co-organising alongside CEPI, the European Council of Real Estate Professions, an exclusive private gathering designed for leaders and professionals from the real estate market across Europe.

A different kind of event, set in a privileged location in southern Spain, going far beyond the traditional conference format.

A high-level forum to debate the future of the European real estate sector

The gathering is conceived as a strategic discussion space where participants will be able to address the key challenges and opportunities facing the real estate market at a European scale. The format moves away from large-scale congresses in favour of a more intimate and constructive setting, where genuine dialogue and cross-border cooperation take centre stage.

The main objectives of the event include:

• Analysing the current challenges facing the real estate market across Europe.

• Fostering cooperation and partnerships between professionals from different countries.

• Sharing knowledge and best practices in a trusted environment.

• Building lasting professional connections between industry leaders.

An exclusive event, by invitation only

The gathering is strictly private and accessible by invitation only. This format ensures that attendees form a select group of professionals with a strong commitment to excellence, ethics and the professionalisation of the sector.

Beyond the working sessions, the programme includes a carefully curated cultural experience designed to showcase the very best of Andalusia: its heritage, gastronomy and way of life. An environment that, according to its organisers, is meant to inspire both strategic thinking and genuine human connections.

The GIPE and CEPI alliance: professionalism with European recognition

GIPE is one of Spain’s leading real estate associations, with over 40 years of experience driving professionalisation within the sector. Its collaboration with CEPI — a Brussels-based organisation representing real estate professionals from more than 25 countries — is the foundation on which this gathering is built.

Through the MMCEPI European real estate quality mark, GIPE provides its members with internationally recognised accreditation, aligning them with the highest standards of training, ethics and certification across Europe. This event is, in many ways, a practical expression of that shared vision.

In the words of those leading the way

Alfred van Krimpen, President of GIPE, puts it clearly: welcoming CEPI to the Costa del Sol is an opportunity to bring together European real estate leaders in a setting that inspires both strategic thinking and authentic professional relationships. He adds that this collaboration is precisely what ensures Spanish professionals remain aligned with European standards and play an active role in shaping the future of the sector.

Guy Valkenborg, CEO of CEPI, highlights that events like this demonstrate the strength of the European network — its ability to bring together national associations and professionals to exchange knowledge and tackle shared challenges. For him, working with GIPE is also an opportunity to showcase both professional excellence and the cultural richness of Andalusia.

Why does this gathering matter for real estate professionals?

Events like this can make a real difference in a real estate professional’s career. Gaining access to high-level networks, getting first-hand insight into European market trends and building relationships with peers from other countries are advantages that very few spaces can offer.

If you are a real estate agent or property manager looking to be part of a community that champions professionalisation, ethics and international recognition, GIPE is where that journey begins.